Antique Japanese Geta Bako Shoe Chest — Wooden Entryway Cabinet With Sliding Doors - 1920s Taisho Era (25D-G031)

Antique Japanese Geta Bako Shoe Chest Entryway Cabinet With Sliding Doors, Wood (SKU 25D-G031)

Warm-toned Taishō-era geta bako with classic sliding doors for an elegant, organized genkan.

This antique Japanese geta bako (shoe chest) is crafted in solid wood with a beautifully even, honey-brown finish that highlights the natural grain. Designed for the traditional genkan entryway, it features a practical combination of sliding doors and a tall hinged door, creating flexible storage for geta, zori, boots, and everyday footwear. The understated framework and clean lines embody the simplicity of early 20th-century Japanese design.

Four paneled sliding doors glide smoothly to reveal adjustable-style shelves, while the right-hand hinged compartment offers vertical space ideal for taller items. Recessed metal pulls and a side handle maintain a low profile, making this wooden entryway cabinet easy to place in modern interiors as a shoe cupboard, compact tansu-style storage, or a subtle display base for ceramics and ikebana.

• Origin: Japan
• Era: Taishō period (early 20th century)
• Material: Solid wood with metal hardware
• Use: Geta bako shoe chest for genkan entryway storage or small tansu cabinet
• Features: Sliding doors, tall side compartment with hinged door, recessed pulls, side handle, warm natural finish, versatile wooden entryway cabinet design
• Dimensions: 28 3/4"W x 11 3/4"D x 35 1/2"H
• Condition: Excellent vintage condition with light wear and patina consistent with age

A refined yet practical geta bako that brings authentic Japanese character and calm order to any entrance or living space.

All vintage and antique items are sold as-is. Each piece may exhibit signs of age, including scratches, wear, or minor imperfections. These are not considered defects but natural evidence of the item’s authenticity and age.